university is not the best way to get into aeroengineering im afraid.
it may very well be the best 3 years of your life socially, but it will cost, and you can do the same at college in less time, for less money.
an apprenticeship is by far the best route, and, although few and far between, they can be found. on the job training is vital for a quicker turn around time on your license. with university courses, plus your easa part 66 exams, plus your ojt after, then licence application and type rating you could be looking at upto 6 or 7 years
with an apprenticeship, you can look at having your licence in 4, and you'll be paid to train.
its a no brainer, and worth putting in the work to find somewhere that will take you.
try
http://www.bhab.flyer.co.uk/index2.htm
for more info
can i also ask...why helos? never trust anything with wings that spin!